Kitchen Manager - YHA Whitby Permanent, Full-Time - 42.5 hours/week £29,017 - £33,695 per annum Optional staff accommodation available (£69.83/week) Why Whitby? YHA Whitby is nestled beside the iconic Whitby Abbey, overlooking stunning sea views and the North York Moors. We welcome up to 140 guests, including school groups, hikers, families - and we host one of the busiest catering operations in the YHA network thanks to our popular on-site café bar. Whitby is a lively seaside town brimming with festivals, fresh air, and coastal charm. If you’re relocating, we make it easy with staff housing close to the action. What You'll Be Doing As Kitchen Manager, you'll be the heart of our kitchen team, leading a small, friendly group to deliver excellent food service. You’ll be hands-on, managing the kitchen day-to-day while supporting the Hostel Manager with: Running our food & beverage operations smoothly Preparing and serving food to YHA’s high standards Ensuring cleanliness and compliance across the service area Managing stock and minimising waste Maximising profitability while keeping team morale high Supporting the hostel’s budget and performance goals Who We’re Looking For We’re after a motivated, experienced hospitality leader with: Knowledge of food safety, allergens, and kitchen operations A proven track record in managing teams and delivering quality service Experience in stock control, profit margins, and customer satisfaction Qualifications such as NVQ Level 4, City & Guilds 706/1&2 or equivalent Basic Microsoft Office skills for day-to-day operations A genuine passion for making guests feel welcome - and an understanding of YHA’s charitable mission See the job description for role details and required skills. Staff Perks & Benefits Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive staff benefits that support your well-being and career growth: 10 nights free hostel stays per year for you and up to 3 friends or family Access to YHA’s staff discount and cash back portal Free YHA Membership each year Access to support via our Employee Assistance Program Ready to Apply? Submit your CV and complete the brief application form Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly. We may close the advert early if we receive high interest - so don’t wait too long! PLEASE NOTE All relevant checks are in place to ensure safeguarding and legal requirements of safer recruitment are adhered to. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.